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  • Partial Lunar eclipse to grace Kathmandu skies on October 28-29

    Partial Lunar eclipse to grace Kathmandu skies on October 28-29

    KATHMANDU: Nepal is set to witness the celestial spectacle of a partial lunar eclipse from the night of October 28th to the early hours of October 29th.

    The Nepal Calendar Determination Committee confirmed this occurrence on Saturday (October 28-29).

    According to Prof. Dr. Devmani Bhattarai, the eclipse is expected to begin at 1:19 a.m., with its culmination marked at 2:38 a.m., as stated in the committee-approved calendar (almanac).

    While the moon will enter the penumbral phase at midnight on October 28, the umbral phase, where the eclipse becomes more pronounced, will begin in the early hours of October 29.

    During this period, customary practices and activities should be observed, and endeavors driven by specific aspirations are to be avoided, emphasized the theologian.

    He underscored that there are specific prohibitions detailed in the scriptures, discouraging actions.

    The Committee has pointed out that this lunar eclipse holds a unique significance as it will be the sole eclipse to grace the year 2080 BS.

  • Deceptive tactics tarnishing Oli’s reputation: UML leader Pokharel

    Deceptive tactics tarnishing Oli’s reputation: UML leader Pokharel

    KATHMANDU: CPN-UML General Secretary Shankar Pokharel has emphasized the crucial role of party Chairman KP Oli in fostering good governance and development, declaring him the most capable individual in these areas.

    In a Facebook post, Pokharel denounced the attacks on Chairman Oli, highlighting that such assaults directly undermine the country’s future and its people.

    He further addressed the deceptive tactics employed to tarnish Oli’s reputation, citing instances where misleading information regarding Oli’s alleged assets has been circulated.

    “Earlier, the Maoists propagated confusion by misrepresenting the new Telecom building in Jawalakhel as Oli’s residence. Now, it appears that the royalists are sowing discord by falsely linking him to investments in Cambodia’s Telecom.”

    Pokhrel said that the propagation of misinformation remains the favored weapon of those with depleted political ideologies.

    He emphasized the necessity to remain vigilant and resolute in the face of such malicious schemes.

    “An attack on the individual most qualified for ensuring Nepal’s progress in terms of good governance and development equates to an attack on the country’s future. Let us not succumb to confusion; instead, let us collectively combat these conspiracies with utmost seriousness,” he asserted.

  • Doctors recommend healthy foods with limited intake of meat products, sugary items during Dashain

    Doctors recommend healthy foods with limited intake of meat products, sugary items during Dashain

    CHITWAN: Doctors have advised the public to be careful of their food choices during this festive season.

    They prescribe for limiting the intake of meat products, beverages, and sugary foods during the Dashain festival.

    BP Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital’s medical oncologist Dr Guru Sharan Shah cautioned that festival foods are generally not suitable for good health and can increase the risk of cancer. Liquor products, in particular, can contribute to various cancer risks including liver, throat, stomach, breast, and intestine cancers.

    Dr. Shah also highlights the health risks associated with excessive intake of red meat and sugary foods, which can increase the risk of colon cancer. Grilled meat, due to the presence of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, is linked to an increased risk of stomach cancer.

    Dr. Shankar Laudari, a cardiologist at Chitwan Heart Hospital, recommends a daily meat intake of just 50-70 grams per person. Consuming more than 150 grams of meat per day can lead to a 15 percent higher chance of suffering a heart attack, according to the doctor.

    Moreover, regular meat consumption is associated with a higher risk of diabetes and high blood pressure. “To mitigate these risks, it is advisable to remove fat and skin from meat before cooking and prepare it with minimal oil, spices, and salt. Chicken is a better choice compared to mutton, and fish is recommended over red meat,” Laudari added.

    Senior physician Dr. Bhojraj Adhikari advises the public for maintaining a balanced diet during the festival season, urging them to avoid red meat when possible. “Skinless meat is a good source of protein and is healthier. Excessive use of salt, oil, and spices to enhance the taste of meat is discouraged from a medical perspective.”

    It is worth noting that frozen meat, as well as grilled, fried, and dried meats, are not considered healthy options.

    Fresh meat should be prepared with minimal salt, oil, and spices. Combining meat consumption with beverages and smoking poses greater health risks. A better approach is to include fruits and vegetables along with meat products for a more balanced and health-conscious diet, doctors recommend.

  • Due to lack of sufficient manpower in District Hospital Bajhang, there is a problem in service delivery

    Due to lack of sufficient manpower in District Hospital Bajhang, there is a problem in service delivery

    Bajhang: There is a problem in daily service delivery in Bajhang district hospital due to lack of health workers as required. According to the hospital, after three medical officers working on contract in the 15-bed district hospital Bajhang left, now they have to run the services with the help of four medical officers.

    According to the acting medical superintendent of the hospital, Dr. Navraj Joshi, four doctors who have been working in the district hospital have left after getting opportunities in other projects. The government has not sent a new doctor to replace the one who left. He said that even when he ran to the province and Sagh to send it, there was no hearing from the relevant authorities.

    Sonu Sih, chairman of the hospital development committee, said – “We have repeatedly requested to send doctors to Sagh and the province, but there has been no hearing till now. There is a problem with not having a doctor in a health-conscious place. Chairman Sih said that there is no interest in sending a doctor and the number of patients is increasing day by day. “

    As soon as the doctor left, the hospital said that there was no hearing after repeatedly talking to different agencies and correspondence. Currently, 4 medical officers (doctors) have to attend to the patients 24 hours a day in the district hospital Bajhang. It is also feared that more than 200 patients are coming to the hospital daily. Due to the shortage of doctors, it is said that there is a problem in providing services on time.

    Acting Medical Superintendent Dr. Joshi said – “Patients are complaining that they did not get treatment on time, we do not have enough manpower, it is not possible to provide quick and efficient service.” “

    Due to the large number of dengue and screw typhus patients in the hospital, the daily congestion in the hospital is increasing. Due to lack of sufficient manpower, outpatient services, emergency, maternity services, x-ray, video x-ray, surgery, newborns and wall disease patients are being served. The hospital administration said that there was a problem.

  • Medical Superintendent of Seti Provincial Hospital The decision to transfer Dr. Pandey

    Medical Superintendent of Seti Provincial Hospital The decision to transfer Dr. Pandey

    Dhangadhi: Medical Superintendent of Seti Provincial Hospital Dr. Hemraj Pandey has been transferred. The Council of Ministers meeting held a few days ago decided to transfer Dr. Pandey to Mahakali Regional Hospital.

    Chief Minister Kamal Bahadur Shah informed that a meeting of the Council of Ministers has decided to transfer Mesu Dr. Pandey to the Mahakali Provincial Hospital on the proposal of the Ministry of Social Development. He said – “A meeting of the Council of Ministers regarding employee transfer has been held. It was decided to transfer Setika Mesu to Mahakali. It is not known who has been placed in his place.

    Dr. Sher Bahadur Qamar has taken over the post of Messu in the hospital after the transfer of Messu Dr. Pandey.

    The Ministry of Social Development has not been able to give a decision about who will form the Setima Mesu. Social Development Minister Jhapta Bahadur Saud said that Messu Dr. Pandey has been transferred and preparations are being made to appoint a new Messu in his place. He said – There are seven doctors working in Seti. Mesu will be appointed from among them on the basis of seniority. It cannot be said right now whether it will happen or not.”

    On the other hand, Mesu Pandey, who has been transferred, is said to be making internal preparations to stay in Seti again. He says – I am on vacation. As it has been given to Messu Sher Bahadur Kamar, if you want any information about the hospital, please contact him.

  • Death of a pregnant woman who was admitted to Seti Provincial Hospital

    Death of a pregnant woman who was admitted to Seti Provincial Hospital

    Dhangadhi: The delivery girl has died in Seti Provincial Hospital. 25-year-old Radha Pariyar, resident of Lalpur Vani, Joshipur rural municipality-4, who was admitted to the provincial hospital after she fell ill before her term, died.

    Mekharaj Upadhyay, information officer of the provincial hospital, said that Pariyar, who gave birth to a stillborn baby by operation, died during treatment on the ventilator. According to Upadhyaya, the baby in Pariyar’s womb was removed by surgery.

    In the process, Pariyar was placed on a ventilator as the amount of oxygen in his body decreased. The relatives of the deceased have demanded action, saying that the death was caused by the negligence of the nursing staff and doctors of the maternity ward. Discussions are currently being held between the hospital administration and the victims.

  • Patient referred from Kolti dies on flight

    Patient referred from Kolti dies on flight

    Bajura: A patient referred from Kolti died flight on Saturday. Daljit Katel of Ward No. 3 of Swamikartik rural municipality is among the deceased. He was referred to Nepaganj for further treatment from Kolti Primary Health Centre.

    It is understood that Kotel is suffering from appendicitis. For treatment, the plane of Sita Air flew from Colti to Nepalgunj at 12:33 pm on Saturday. Lakshman Joshi, who was on board the plane, informed that Kateel died in the middle of the sky. He said, ‘After some time after the plane took off, the flight attendant came to the front of the flight attendant, is there any medical staff?’ asked that.

    I don’t know what he said to the pilot after that. He asked the pilot for water and fed the patient as well as stood on the patient’s seat and made every effort. But in the middle Akash Udilake was completely unconscious. It is not known what he did with the pilot when he came forward again. The speed of the plane was also higher.

    The pilot may also have tried to see if he could be saved if he could reach him quickly. The flight attendant stood at his service from Kolti to Nepalganj and helped him. We reached Nepalganj in 26 minutes. Before reaching Nepalganj Airport, he has already given up his body.

  • Lumpy skin disease kills 48,133 cattle

    More than 48,000 cattle have died so far from lumpy skin disease that has affected all of the country’s 77 districts.

    According to the latest data available with the Department of Livestock Services, 48,133 cattle died and 1,054,055 have been infected by the highly contagious viral disease since its outbreak in April.

    “Farmers in Sudurpaschim and Karnali provinces have been greatly affected,” said Dr Chandra Dhakal, information officer at the Department of Livestock Services. “Currently, the virus has been found to be spreading in the cattle of Bagmati Province and those in the hills and mountainous parts of other provinces as well.”

  • Six more packages being X-rayed for possible gold

    Six more packages being X-rayed for possible gold

    The Department of Revenue Investigation has been examining six packages suspected to have contained smuggled gold after the seizure of one-and-a-half quintals of metals including gold last week.

    On Sunday, the investigation team formed by the department opened a few metal packs to examine if they contained smuggled gold. “Based on examination of two to three packs with open eyes, we failed to confirm the presence of gold in them,” said Nawaraj Adhikari, information officer at the DRI. “We plan to put them under an X-ray machine on Monday.”

    Adhikari said two large machines could not be opened on Sunday and they would be opened with the help of mechanics on Monday.

  • Making Nepali farmers happy

    Making Nepali farmers happy

    Farmer-managed irrigation system (FMIS), which is predominantly a surface irrigation system in Nepal, accounts for 51 percent of the country’s total surface irrigated area and contributes significantly to national food security. With roots dating back a century, this irrigation system possesses robust social capital. Moreover, its significance is growing amidst the challenges posed by rising global warming and energy scarcity.

    Traditional FMIS faces several challenges such as water scarcity, labour shortages due to outward migration, and increased operation and maintenance costs. As a result, many of them have become defunct or significantly reduced command areas in recent years. An illustrative case is the decline in the number of Rajkulos in Nepal.

    While exploring solutions to revive FMIS, one promising solution could lie in integrating it with groundwater-based irrigation systems. Research and pilot initiatives conducted by the International Water Management Institute offer compelling evidence that such integration could effectively address the challenges.